If cilantro were a historical malevolent dictator, who would it be? Why?

Good question. Hmm. Perhaps Castro? Not really sure on that one.

My cilantro story, first experience, recent anecdote, rant, etc...

My first and last experience with cilantro was at a fund raiser for a children's museum. It was called BAM on the Beach with Emeril Laggasse. There were tables with the best restaurants on the Coast there. I stopped at a table and the lady asked me if I wanted a sample of cilantro soup. "Sure" i said not knowing what I was in for. I took the first spoon and nearly spat it in her face. It tasted like warm dish water. I have not eaten cilantro since.